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  • Page 1 BG0089 Rev 04.6 Manual Weld Frame Scanner...
  • Page 2 SAFETY WARNINGS / PRECAUTIONS KEEP THIS MANUAL – DO NOT LOSE THIS MANUAL IS PART OF THE STIX AND MUST BE RETAINED FOR THE LIFE OF THE PRODUCT. PASS ON TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS. Ensure any amendments are incorporated with this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.1. Two Probe Phased Array 2.2. Four Probe 2.3. Four Probe Cantilever Operation Chapter 3.1. STIX setup on a scan surface Component Overview Chapter 4.1. Wheel Block with Handle 4.1.1. Wheel Installation 4.1.2. Wheel Removal 4.1.3. Ratchet Lever 4.2. Frame Bar 4.3.
  • Page 4 Chapter 5.1. Troubleshooting 5.2. Technical Support 5.3. Disposal Spare Parts Chapter 6.1. STIX Kit Components 6.1.1. Encoder Connector Type 6.2. Accessories 6.2.1. Magnetic Wheel Kit 6.2.2. Pre-Amp Bracket 6.2.3. Zipper Tube 6.3. Probe Holders 6.3.1. Slip Joint Probe Holder Parts 6.3.2.
  • Page 5 PAGE iv of iv...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1. Product information 1.1.1. Intended use The STIX is a manual magnetic scanner with trailing encoder and magnetic wheels. It is designed to translate phased array and TOFD probes around ferrous piping and vessels. 1.1.2. Performance specifications...

  • Page 7: Hardware

    Fig. 2 The 3 mm hex driver is sufficient for all typical operations and (Fig. 1) adjustments of the STIX. The 3/8 in wrench is used to remove and (Fig. 2) install buttons on the probe holders. 1.3.2. Optional tools Some specialized adjustments require tools that are not included with this kit.

  • Page 8: Configurations

    Chapter 2 CONFIGURATIONS 2.1. Two Probe Phased Array - Two probe phased array configuration Fig. 7 BG0089 Rev 04.6 PAGE 3 of 37...

  • Page 9: Four Probe

    2.2. Four Probe - Four probe configuration Fig. 8 2.3. Four Probe Cantilever - Four probe cantilever configuration Fig. 104 PAGE 4 of 37...

  • Page 10: Operation

    Chapter 3 OPERATION 3.1. STIX setup on a scan surface Mount the appropriate phased array and TOFD wedges to the probe holders (see Slip Joint Probe Holder on page 11). - Mount wedges to probe holders Fig. 9 - Attach probe holders to configuration Fig.
  • Page 11 - Place on scan surface Fig. 11 Place the configured STIX on the scan surface (Fig. 11) TIP: Use caution when placing equipment on the scan surface. The magnetized wheels can cause the assembly to lurch towards the metal suddenly.

  • Page 12: Component Overview

    Chapter 4 COMPONENT OVERVIEW 4.1. Wheel Block with Handle The wheel block with handle provides stability and braking to the STIX system. - Attach to a frame bar - Tighten knob Fig. 13 Fig. 14 The ratchet lever located on the wheel block operates a brake...

  • Page 13: Wheel Removal

    ICD’s must stay at least 25 cm away. (10 in) 4.1.3. Ratchet Lever The rachet levers lock the brakes of the STIX system. Occasionally, movement of the lever’s locking position is required. The lever placement can be adjusted by following these steps: - Pull ratchet handle...

  • Page 14: Frame Bar

    4.2. Frame Bar Frame bars are used to mount (Fig. 20) probe holders, probe positioning systems and other accessories (see Frame Bars on page 35) Frame bars are available in a variety of - Frame bar Fig. 20 lengths. 4.3. Trailing Encoder The spring loaded encoder wheel provides vertical travel while maintaining contact pressure to the scan surface.

  • Page 15: Cable Clips

    4.5. Cable Clips Clips have been provided to assist with cable management. Simply pinch the clip an and press it into the dovetail groove of the frame bar. - Pinch clip - Route cables Fig. 25 Fig. 26 PAGE 10 of 37...

  • Page 16: Slip Joint Probe Holder

    4.6. Slip Joint Probe Holder Frame Bar Probe Holder Adjustment Knob Latch Swing Arm Knob Yoke Probe Holder Arm Adjustment Knob Probe Holder Arm Arm Clamp Screw - Slip Joint Probe Holder Fig. 27 Pivot Buttons 4.6.1. Probe Holder Setup To mount a UT wedge in the probe holder, follow these steps: - Attach to frame bar - Adjust on frame bar...
  • Page 17 Use swing arm knob to position the swing arm (Fig. 30). TIP: The swing arm is typically used to adjust TOFD center to center distance relative to the phased array probes on a four probe configuration (Fig. 30). Using the supplied 3/8 in wrench , place the pivot buttons as (Fig.

  • Page 18: Probe Holder Adjustment

    4.6.2. Probe Holder Adjustment To adjust the probe holder, follow these steps: 6mm approx. - Lift to Latched position - Lower to scanning surface Fig. 35 Fig. 36 Ensure probe holder is in latched, upper position . If the probe (Fig.
  • Page 19 To adjust the probe holder’s force, follow these steps: NOTE: Do not perform this operation on scanning surface. - Lift slightly and press Latch - Unlatched position Fig. 39 Fig. 40 Ensure the probe holder is in the upright latched position (Fig.

  • Page 20: Slip Joint Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion

    4.6.4. Slip Joint Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion To reverse the probe holder, follow these steps: - Unscrew yoke pivot screw - Remove arms Fig. 44 Fig. 45 Unscrew the yoke from the swing arm (Fig. 44) Loosen the probe holder arm adjustment knob and arm clamp screw. Slide the arms from the yoke (Fig.
  • Page 21 - Position swing arm - Install yoke to swing arm Fig. 48 Fig. 49 Loosen the swing arm knob and slide the swing arm to the opposite end of the probe holder bracket or preferred position. Tighten swing (Fig. 48) arm knob.

  • Page 22: Vertical Probe Holder

    4.7. Vertical Probe Holder Latch Probe Holder Adjustment Knob Vertical Adjustment Knob Pivot Buttons Probe Holder Arms Yoke Probe Holder Arm Adjustment Knob Transverse Adjustment Screw Frame Bar - Vertical probe holder Fig. 51 4.7.1. Probe Holder Setup To mount a UT wedge in the probe holder, follow these steps: - Adjust on frame bar - Vertical adjustment - Place buttons...

  • Page 23: Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment

    - Adjust inner arm - Adjust outer arm - Tighten arm knob Fig. 55 Fig. 56 Fig. 57 Position the wedge on the inner probe holder arm (Fig. 55) TIP: The probe holder yoke can accommodate many different probe and wedge sizes of varying widths.

  • Page 24: Probe Holder Transverse Adjustment

    Loosen the vertical adjustment knob and slide the probe holder down until the wedge is approximately 6 mm above inspection surface (¼ in) (Fig. 59) Tighten the vertical adjustment knob (Fig. 59). - Press latch button - Lower toward scan surface Fig.

  • Page 25: Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment

    Using the supplied 3 mm hex driver loosen the transverse adjustment screw and rotate the yoke about the vertical shaft achieving the (Fig. 62) desired angle. Tighten the transverse adjustment screw (Fig. 63) To return the transverse adjustment to neutral (90°). The probe holder must be in the latched, upper position Rotate the yoke until the stop post (Fig.

  • Page 26: Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion

    4.7.5. Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion To reverse the probe holder, follow these steps: NOTE: To perform this operation the 1.5 mm hex wrench (Fig. 3) is required. - Unscrew yoke pivot screw - Remove probe holder arms Fig. 68 Fig. 69 Ensure the probe holder is in latched, upper position (Fig.
  • Page 27 - Screw yoke to opposite side - Lower 90° stop post Fig. 72 Fig. 73 Mount the yoke to the opposite side of the base using the supplied 3 mm hex driver (Fig. 72) TIP: Keep the yoke level with the base as to ensure no conflicts with the plunger/set screw attached to the yoke.

  • Page 28: Cable Management System

    4.8. Cable Management System - Cable management Fig. 76 4.8.1. Zipper Tube Dovetail Mount Multiple dovetail mount locations are available on the wheel block handles. To attach a zipper tube for cable management, follow these steps: - Cable management Fig. 77 BG0089 Rev 04.6 PAGE 23 of 37...

  • Page 29: Zipper Tube Setup

    Loosen the knob on the zipper tube dovetail mount. Attach the mount onto the dovetail link (Fig. 77-1) Once centred on the dovetail link, tighten the zipper tube’s knob (Fig. 77-2) 4.8.2. Zipper Tube Setup The zipper tube option is offered in a variety of lengths and provides a means of bundling and protecting cables and hoses that run to the scanner.

  • Page 30: Clamp Setup

    4.8.3. Clamp Setup If the tube becomes disconnected from the zipper tube dovetail mount, follow these instructions to re-attach the tube and dovetail mount. Loosen the clamp screw using the supplied 3 mm hex driver. - Slide tube around mount Fig.

  • Page 31: Magnetic Wheel Kit

    4.9. Magnetic Wheel Kit Two sets of the magnetic wheels can be used with the STIX, thus doubling the magnetic force. NOTE: Magnetic wheels may lose their magnetic properties if heated above 175°F (80° C). To install additional magnetic wheels, follow these steps:...

  • Page 32: Pre-Amp Bracket

    4.10. Pre-Amp Bracket The pre-amp bracket mounts to any dovetail groove to hold a pre-amp. Compatible with most standard pre-amps, use the adjustable screw mounting channel on the bottom of the bracket to attach a pre-amp. The pre-amp bracket may also be ordered with velcro straps which are used to hold the pre-amp.

  • Page 33: Service And Support

    Electronic Equipment (WEEE), this symbol indicated that the product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, but should be collected separately. Refer to Jireh Industries for return and/or collection systems available in your country. PAGE 28 of 37...

  • Page 34: Spare Parts

    Chapter 6 SPARE PARTS To order accessories or replacement parts for your STIX system. (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page i) NOTE: These drawings are for parts order. This is not a list of kit contents. 6.1. STIX Kit Components...

  • Page 35: Encoder Connector Type

    TD - Focus Scan, Handy Scan, Pocket Scan Pragma PAUT 16/128, PragmaLite / Pragma UT400 - Encoder connector type Fig. 92 NOTE: Additional encoder connector styles available. (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page i) 6.2. Accessories 6.2.1. Magnetic Wheel Kit Part # Description BTG014...

  • Page 36: Pre-Amp Bracket

    6.2.2. Pre-Amp Bracket Part # Description CES029 Pre-Amp Bracket CES029-V Pre-Amp Bracket with Velcro - Pre-amp bracket Fig. 94 6.2.3. Zipper Tube BOM ID Part # Description CES067 Zipper Tube Mount CES066 Zipper Tube Clamp (see Zipper Tube Length) - Zipper tube Fig.

  • Page 37: Probe Holders

    6.3. Probe Holders 6.3.1. Slip Joint Probe Holder Parts BOM ID Part # Description PHS022 Slip Joint Probe Holder Subassembly MD050-010 SHCS, M4 x 0.7 x 10 mm, SST PH0104 Swing Arm Knob PH0100 (see Swing Arm Style) PH0082 Probe Holder Arm Adjustment Knob See Yoke Style See Arm Style PH0011-X...

  • Page 38: Vertical Probe Holder Parts

    6.3.2. Vertical Probe Holder Parts BOM ID Part # Description PHS028 Vertical Probe Holder Subassembly PH0082 Probe Holder Arm Adjustment Knob See Arm Style PH0011-X Pivot Button Style (See Pivot Button Style) See Yoke Style MD050-010 SHCS, M4 x 0.7 x 10 mm, SST - Vertical probe holder Fig.

  • Page 39: Probe Holder Components

    Additional probe holder pivot button types available. BG0038-15 (5.91 BG0038-20 (7.87 Part # Length Part # Length (9.84 (11.81 BG0038-25 BG0038-30 (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page i) (9.84 (11.81 BG0038-25 BG0038-30 (1.97 (3.94 BG0038-05 BG0038-10 BG0038-35 (13.78 BG0038-40 (15.75 BG0038-35 (13.78...

  • Page 40: Variable Components

    (0.12 (0.09 6.5. Variable Components (0.20 Conical Head Zetec PA/TOFD Internal 6.5.1. Frame Bars Part # Length Part # Length (1.97 (3.94 BG0038-05 BG0038-10 BG0038-15 (5.91 BG0038-20 (7.87 (9.84 (11.81 BG0038-25 BG0038-30 (13.78 (15.75 BG0038-35 BG0038-40 (17.72 (19.69 BG0038-45 BG0038-50 BG0038-55 (21.65 - Frame bar selection...

  • Page 41: Limited Warranty

    THREE (3) YEARS from the original date of purchase. If a defect exists, at its option Jireh will (1) repair the product at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, (2) exchange the product with a product that is new...
  • Page 42 Changes or modifications to this unit or accessories, not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. All specifications are subject to change without notice. © 2016 Jireh Industries Ltd. BG0089 Rev 04.6 PAGE 37 of 37...
  • Page 43 Jireh Industries Ltd. 53158 Range Road 224 Ardrossan, Alberta Canada T8E 2k4 780-922-4534 jireh-industries.com...

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